June is Audiobook Month, and this year we’ll be turning up the volume to celebrate the power of storytelling on the go. From busy commuters to multitasking parents and avid readers who love a good narrator, audiobooks continue to redefine how we consume books.
Here at NetGalley, the numbers continue to tell an exciting story of their own!
📈 Audiobook Engagement at a Glance
Recent site data from NetGalley.com highlights the surge in audiobook interest. Over the past year (from 1 April 2024 – 31 March 2025), we’ve seen:
- 21% growth in Member Interest: 257,000 NetGalley members have expressed interest in the audio format as of April 2025.
- 61% growth in Audio Availability: Publishers added close to 3,000 audiobooks to NetGalley for members to access and send feedback.
- 57% Feedback Rate: Approved members submitted approximately 13,000 reviews and feedback for audiobooks on average each month.
These figures reflect not just a growing audience but a deeply engaged one, eager to explore and discuss new audio content. Make sure to review these recommended strategies for promoting audiobooks on NetGalley!
💡 What We Learned at APAC 2025: “Marketing Like You Mean It”
During this year’s Audio Publishers Association Conference, the session “Marketing Like You Mean It” (led by Darcy Piedmonte, NetGalley’s Director of Customer Acquisition & Success) emphasized the power of intentional audiobook promotion. Here are a few key insights that align with what we’re seeing at NetGalley:
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